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Rover 216

Blue · Petrol · 1994 · 1,590 cc

L7 GSRMOT history

L7 GSR is a blue petrol Rover 216 first used on 1 Jan 1994. Its MOT is valid until 19 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 93,311 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Aug 2027
Mileage
93,311 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
268 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 GSR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
216
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,590 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
1 Jan 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 GSR was last recorded at 93,311 miles on 20 Aug 2026, 257 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,054 miles · 12 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
257 miles
Average per year
268 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,311 miles
  • 2025 – 93,054 miles
  • 2024 – 92,828 miles
  • 2023 – 92,797 miles
  • 2022 – 92,453 miles
  • 2021 – 92,005 miles
  • 2020 – 91,659 miles
  • 2019 – 91,656 miles
  • 2018 – 91,627 miles
  • 2017 – 91,594 miles
  • 2016 – 91,566 miles
  • 2015 – 91,368 miles
  • 2014 – 91,108 miles
  • 2012 – 90,689 miles
  • 2011 – 90,304 miles
  • 2010 – 90,273 miles
  • 2009 – 90,011 miles
  • 2007 – 89,454 miles
  • 2006 – 88,035 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,311 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 13 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,311 miles (+257)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    93,311 miles
    Test number
    160183586985

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass93,054 miles (+226)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    93,054 miles
    Test number
    486493796727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass92,828 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    92,828 miles
    Test number
    897199184251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass92,797 miles (+344)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    92,797 miles
    Test number
    593890515607

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass92,453 miles (+448)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    92,453 miles
    Test number
    468510780494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass92,005 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    92,005 miles
    Test number
    825114087323
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner cv boots slightly leaking around seal/clip

  7. Fail92,002 miles (+343)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,002 miles
    Test number
    732564106554
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements tell tale not working (4.5.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner cv boots slightly leaking around seal/clip

  8. Pass91,659 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    91,659 miles
    Test number
    385198260299
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nsr osr (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass91,656 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    91,656 miles
    Test number
    324803181116
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail91,656 miles (+29)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,656 miles
    Test number
    661856643368
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass91,627 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    91,627 miles
    Test number
    459033443014
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  12. Fail91,627 miles (+33)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,627 miles
    Test number
    561566891865
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  13. Pass91,594 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    91,594 miles
    Test number
    940690483731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass91,566 miles (+198)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    91,566 miles
    Test number
    577704211927
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass91,368 miles (+260)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    91,368 miles
    Test number
    726908225081
    • NoteBRAKE STEERING AND SUSPENSION COMPONENTS ARE SHOWING SOME RUST AND DETERIORATION.

  16. Pass91,108 miles (+419)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    91,108 miles
    Test number
    635215234005
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBRAKE STEERING AND SUSPENSION COMPONENTS ARE SHOWING SOME RUST AND DETERIORATION.
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass90,689 miles (+385)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    90,689 miles
    Test number
    926425052315
    • NoteBRAKE STEERING AND SUSPENSION COMPONENTS ARE SHOWING SOME RUST AND DETERIORATION.
    • NoteN/S AND O/S/R LOWER TRAILING ARM FRONTMOST BUSHES ARE SHOWING SOME WEAR AND DETERIORATION.

  18. Pass90,304 miles (+31)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    90,304 miles
    Test number
    809586501394
    • AdvisoryTrailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBRAKE,STEERING AND SUSPENSION COMPONENTS ARE SHOWING SOME RUST AND DETERIORATION.

  19. Pass90,273 miles (+262)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    90,273 miles
    Test number
    531854810371
    • NoteBRAKE,STEERING AND SUSPENSION COMPONENTS ARE SHOWING SOME RUST AND DETERIORATION.
    • NoteREAR ARM BUSHES(FRONTMOST)LOWER ARE SHOWING SOME DETERIORATION.

  20. Pass90,011 miles (+557)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    90,011 miles
    Test number
    470475719240
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteALL STEERING AND SUSPENSION COMPONENTS ARE SHOWING SOME RUST AND DETERIORATION.
    • NoteFRONT BRAKE DISCS,INNER BRAKE SURFACES ARE DETERIORATING/DECREASING.
    • NoteFRONT BRAKE PADS ARE WORN LOW(VISUAL CHECK ONLY)
    • NoteO/S/R TRAILING ARM BUSH(FRONTMOST)SHOWING SOME DETERIORATION/WEAR.

  21. Pass89,454 miles (+1,419)1 dangerous3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    89,454 miles
    Test number
    884228647391
    • DangerousN/S/R TYRE HAS WORN DOWN TO 1.6MM.
    • NoteFRONT BRAKE DISCS,INNER BRAKING SURFACE DETERIORATING.
    • NoteFRONT TRANSVERSE CROSS MEMBER SHOWING SIGNS OF CORROSION/RUST.
    • NoteN/S & O/S/R TRAILING ARM BUSHES(FRONT MOST) ARE SHOWING SIGNS OF DETERIORATION.

  22. Pass88,035 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    88,035 miles
    Test number
    432937246440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L7 GSR

Does L7 GSR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 GSR is valid until 19 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 GSR?
The MOT on L7 GSR is valid until 19 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 GSR done?
L7 GSR was recorded at 93,311 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2026, an average of 268 miles a year.
Has L7 GSR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 GSR has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on L7 GSR ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L7 GSR find?
L7 GSR passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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